How to Pronounce “Qatar”

American (US)

/ˈkɑːtɑːr/

British (UK)

/ˈkætɑː/

Australian (AU)

/kəˈtɑː/

proper noun — A country in West Asia in the Middle East. Official name: State of Qatar. Capital: Doha.

Where the stress falls. “Qatar” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːtɑːr/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "Qatar" mean?

Qatar (proper noun): A country in West Asia in the Middle East. Official name: State of Qatar. Capital: Doha.

How do you pronounce "Qatar" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˈkɑːtɑːr/. British English: /ˈkætɑː/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "Qatar"?

/ˈkɑːtɑːr/ in American English, /ˈkætɑː/ in British English, /kəˈtɑː/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "Qatar"?

“Qatar” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːtɑːr/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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